Academic Advisor

Required Qualifications

• BA/BS degree plus at least four years of relevant experience, or master’s degree plus at least two years of relevant experience in a related field.
• At least two years of experience in post-secondary academic advising or related field and knowledge of student-athletes, particularly as it relates to at-risk student-athletes or equivalent experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships with students and colleagues across the campus.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least three years of professional experience in post-secondary academic advising within athletics counseling/advising, including direct experience in working with at-risk student-athletes.
• Knowledge of Big Ten and NCAA rules and regulations. Familiarity with the University of Minnesota policies and procedures.

This position reports to the Associate Director within the Lindahl Academic Center. The Academic Advisor utilizes advising and counseling skills to create an atmosphere that emphasizes the importance of student-athletes' academic responsibilities in the attainment of academic success.

This position will be 100% on-site at The Center for Excellence at Bierman Athletic Complex, 516 15th Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455. Work schedule will be Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm with occasional nights and weekends.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Work with assigned student-athletes and sport programs to ensure academic success (30%)
  • Advise student-athletes on class selection, majors, and graduation
  • Counsel student-athletes on personal development, educational goal setting, and encourage self-advocacy
  • Send weekly reports to sport program coaches and administrators
  • Assist current and incoming student-athletes with summer application process and registration
  • Coordinate exam proctoring for road competitions and create academic plans for extended class absences and postseason competition
  • Ensure confidentiality of student-athlete information
• Serve as an academic resource for student-athletes (20%)
  • Be accessible and knowledgeable to help student-athletes answer any questions regarding their academic pursuits, the Lindahl Academic Center (LAC) academic resources, and University of Minnesota academic resources
  • Help student-athletes problem solve regarding academic challenges
• Meet individually with first-year and academically underprepared student-athletes to foster academic success (20%)
  • Monitor progress with first-year and probation student-athletes in all classes and communicate progress, issues, and concerns with appropriate stakeholders
  • Identify gaps in and help build academic skills through discussions, referral to workshops, or other academic resources
  • Collaborate with learning center staff to determine best course of action for struggling or academically underprepared student-athletes
  • Monitor course progress reports
• Maintain compliance with University, Big Ten, and NCAA rules to promote culture of integrity (10%)
  • Monitor progress-toward-degree requirements and eligibility status
  • Evaluate schedules prior to each semester for degree-applicable courses and address NCAA and Big Ten eligibility concerns
  • Review APAS reports and student-athlete database for accuracy
  • Maintain notes section in eligibility database for certifying officials
  • Request rule clarification when necessary and report violations if needed
  • Attend semester compliance meetings with sport programs and attend rules education sessions as offered
• Assist with recruitment and admissions process for assigned sport programs (10%)
  • Meet with prospective student-athletes on official and unofficial visits
  • Evaluate admissibility forms and transcripts of PSAs and provide feedback to director
  • Monitor admissions status of incoming student-athletes
  • Act as liaison between assigned sport programs and admissions staff
• Help support and maintain a study environment conducive to learning (5%)
  • Address student-athletes creating disturbances or behavior issues
  • Maintain an active presence in study hall areas during day and evening hours
  • Work with learning center staff to address missed tutoring appointments
• Other duties as assigned (5%)

The Lindahl Academic Center is a student-athlete focused environment dedicated to guiding student-athletes to graduation, building positive relationships, and enhancing their overall experience. We strive to serve the University and our constituents with integrity and professionalism.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume or CV.

A resume is required for a complete application. A cover letter is highly encouraged as well.

The position will remain open until filled.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

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